The Student Government Association (SGA) held its fourth meeting on Thursday, Oct. 13.
Vice President of Finance Chase Slenker called the meeting into action at 4:03 p.m. Slenker lead the meeting in place of President Kennedy Holt, who was absent for the second meeting in a row.
The meeting began with the official swearing-in of all the newly elected senators. Every senator stood up, put their right hand in the air, and repeated the oath found in the SGA Constitution.
Student Trustee Rangeline DeJesus shared that Shippensburg University will be obtaining the Chockablock Clock from Strawberry Square in Harrisburg. DeJesus said that the clock may provide appeal for new students who appreciate local history, and provides a learning opportunity for engineering students, who will maintain and upkeep the clock.
Elizabeth Peters spoke on behalf of the student media groups and offered updates for the various groups. WSYC held its first meeting, and will also be hosting “2 Spooky 4 Me” radio show from Oct 25-31. SUTV has been discussing new leadership and is planning a Halloween broadcast. The Slate is offering weekly workshops on Wednesday nights. The Slate is also looking to discuss internal officer changes and opening applications for section heads.
Slenker then moved on to appoint the new Vice President of Internal Affairs, and the new Vice President of External Affairs. Senator Rashann Henry was unanimously recommended for the position of Internal Affairs. Senator Matheson seconded the motion and with a vote of 15-0, Senator Henry was sworn is as the new Vice President of Internal Affairs.
Sen. Harun Pacavar was then recommended for the position of Vice President of External Affairs, seconded by Sen. Ethan Rosenberry. With another unanimous yes vote, Sen. Pacavar became the new Vice President of External Affairs. The two newly elected vice presidents were then sworn in by Slenker.
The meeting closed with final announcements about homecoming and other on campus events. On Oct. 24, “Treat not Tricks” event will be held from 5–7 p.m. at Old Main.
The meeting was adjourned at 4:24 p.m. by a unanimous vote.
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